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Raven GPRS
User Guide
AirLink Communications, Inc.
Version 2.01
October 2005
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Information in this document is subject to change without notice ©Copyright AirLink Communications, Inc., 1993-2005. All rights reserved. • WARNING The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Important Notice Because of the nature of wireless communications, transmission and reception of data can never be guar- anteed
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Contents CHAPTER 1 Introduction to Raven GPRS 1 Raven Overview 1 Raven face and back 1 GPRS Overview 2 Connecting to Cingular using Serial 2 Establishing a Connection with GPRS 2 Using the Raven to connect to the Internet 3 Using GPRS to Communicate directly to your Device 3 Common Uses for the Raven 4 Financial POS and Kiosk 4 Automation and Telemetry 5 Backup connection to the Internet 5 CHAPTER 2 Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) 7 Installing the SIM 7 Opening the Case 7 Modem back 8 Cingu
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Modem partially slid from case 8 Ejecting the SIM tray 8 Tray button 8 Empty SIM Tray 9 Inserting the SIM 9 SIM Tray with a SIM 9 Inserting the SIM 9 CHAPTER 3 Raven Activation 10 Connecting the Raven to your computer 10 Quick Start Guide and Setup Wizard 10 Setup Wizard Menu 11 Configuring the Raven using AT Commands 12 Raven Indicator Lights 12 Raven indicator lights 12 CHAPTER 4 Raven Utilities 13 AceView 14 AceView 14 AceView: About Raven 14 Wireless ACE and Wireless ACE Web 15 Wireless ACE
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Dynamic Name Resolution 21 Configuring the Raven for Dynamic IP 22 Wireless ACE: Dynamic IP (IP Manager configuration) 22 Restrictions for Modem Name 23 CHAPTER 7 Keepalive 24 Configuring Keepalive 24 Keepalive Configuration in Wireless ACE 25 Data usage using Keepalive. 25 CHAPTER 8 Host Modes 26 AT Mode 27 PassThru Mode 28 PPP Mode 29 Slip Mode 29 UDP Pad Mode 30 UDP Auto Answer 30 Reliable UDP 31 Multicast UDP 32 TCP PAD Mode 32 TCP Auto Answer 33 Hybrid Modes 33 Hybrid Mode Settings 34 CHAPT
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Port 38 Wireless ACE: Destination Port 38 Wireless ACE: Device Port 38 Default Power-up Mode 38 Wireless ACE: MD Configuration 38 IDs to IPs 39 Wireless ACE: Addr List 39 Dynamic IP 39 Wireless ACE: Modem Name and Domain 40 Configuring the Remote Ravens for Modbus with UDP 40 Port 40 Default Power-up Mode 41 Wireless ACE: UDP Power-up Mode 41 Host Raven IP 41 Wireless ACE: Destination IP 41 Dynamic IPs 41 RTU settings 42 Raven mounted in an enclosure with an RTU 42 RTU to Raven setup 43 Power Co
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CHAPTER 11 Hardware Installation 53 Raven Mounting Kit 53 Raven Mounting Bracket, part number 100-170-1009 A 54 Connecting the Antenna 55 Raven connectors 55 Connecting power 55 Connecting the Raven to a computer or other device 55 CHAPTER 12 AT Commands 57 Using Wireless Ace 57 Wireless ACE: Using AT Commands 57 Wireless ACE: toolbar 58 Using Telnet Terminal Emulation 58 HyperTerminal: Connection Name 58 HyperTerminal: TCP/IP Settings 59 HyperTerminal: AT mode via Telnet 59 Direct Serial Conn
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Other Settings 90 Commands Usable with PassThru 91 CHAPTER 13 Raven Specifications 97 Physical Characteristics: 97 Data Services & RF Features: 97 Environmental: 98 Power Management: 98 Troubleshooting 99 Support web site 99 Contacting Technical Support 99 Cingular GPRS Raven User Guide Version 2.01 vii
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CHAPTER 1 Introduction to Raven GPRS The AirLink Raven uses serial to connect to a computer or other device and GPRS to connect to Cingular’s cellular network to allow cellular communication to the Internet or other network. Raven Overview The Raven's rugged form factor is ideal for industrial and commercial applications that require real-time communications. The Raven provides cellular data communi- cations for a variety of applications, such as telemetry, public safety, SCADA, traf- fic c
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Introduction to Raven GPRS The Raven has several built in features to make it more effective in a variety of set- tings. In addition, Airlink provides several modem tools to further enhance the capabilities of the Raven. These features and tools are introduced in this User Guide. Wireless ACE, Wireless ACE Web, and AceNet IPManager Modem Doctor Keepalive GPRS Overview General Packet Radio Service (GPRS) is packet-switched with many users sharing the same transmission channel, only
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Introduction to Raven GPRS When your Raven is powered on, it automatically searches for cellular service using GPRS and establishes a PPP (Point to Point Protocol or “dial” up connection) link to Cingular’s network. As soon as the Raven receives its IP, it’s ready to create a TCP/IP network between your computer or device and Cingular’s network so you can use Cingular to communicate on the Internet. Using the Raven with a computer or network of computers behind a router using NAT (Network
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Introduction to Raven GPRS If you need to contact the Raven, a device connected to the modem, or a host sys- tem using the modem, you need to have a known IP (such as one which is static) or domain name (an IP address which is converted by a DNS server into a word based name). Most ISPs (cellular included) use dynamic IP addresses rather than static IP addresses. A dynamic IP address is suitable for many common Internet uses, such as web browsing, looking up data on another computer system
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Introduction to Raven GPRS FIGURE 4. Automation and Telemetry FIGURE 5. Backup connection to the Internet Cingular GPRS Raven User Guide Version 2.01 5
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Introduction to Raven GPRS 6 Cingular GPRS Raven User Guide Version 2.01
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CHAPTER 2 Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) The Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) in the Raven is a smartcard securely storing the key identifying a mobile subscriber. Generally, you will only need to install the SIM once in the life of the modem and it may be pre-installed by Cingular or Air- Link. Installing the SIM To install the SIM, you will only need a small phillips head screw driver. Opening the Case 1. Unplug the modem power and all cables. 2. Using a small phillips head screw driver,
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Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) FIGURE 1. Modem back 3. Slide the casing off of the modem and set it aside. FIGURE 2. Modem partially slid from case Ejecting the SIM tray 4. Using the tip of a closed pen, a paper clip, or PDA stylus, press the yellow but- ton between the two cards. FIGURE 3. Tray button 8 Cingular GPRS Raven User Guide Version 2.01
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Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) 5. Slide the tray out of the slot. FIGURE 4. Empty SIM Tray Inserting the SIM 6. Place the SIM into the tray and gently press to click it into place. FIGURE 5. SIM Tray with a SIM 7. Slide the tray back into the modem and gently press to click it into place. FIGURE 6. Inserting the SIM 8. Slide the modem back into the case. 9. Secure the back of the modem with the screws. Cingular GPRS Raven User Guide Version 2.01 9
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CHAPTER 3 Raven Activation Your Raven needs specific parameters before it can operate on the Cingular GPRS network. Cingular will provide you with the necessary parameters to get the Raven configured. Connecting the Raven to your computer Your Raven’s serial port can be connected directly to most computers or devices using a standard straight through serial cable. Quick Start Guide and Setup Wizard The preferred way to configure and activate your Raven is via the AirLink Setup Wizard for Ci
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Raven Activation The Cingular GPRS Raven Quick Start Guide is also available at the AirLink web site. Note: The web site may have a more recent Setup Wizard and Quick Start Guide than those included with your Raven. It is recommended that you check with the web site for the latest version before installing your Raven. To run the Setup Wizard, you will need Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows XP, or later and .Net enabled. 1. Select Start 2. Select All Programs 3. Select AirLi
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Raven Activation Configuring the Raven using AT Commands An alternate method to configure and activate your Raven is by AT commands (full listing beginning on page 61) sent directly to the modem via a terminal application (page 58). This method is recommended only in situations where the Setup Wizard is not available and/or the configuration for the Raven is unusual.You can also con- figure your modem using Wireless ACE (page 15) or AceNet (page 16) using a template built in Wireless ACE.
